What’s your best personal finance tip? That’s the question posed to 10 money pros (and me) this weekend at #FinCon13 by the team at Ally Bank. Ally Bank was an exhibitor and took the opportunity to run a couple of social media initiatives – one of which was #6secondfinance – where bloggers were invited to […]

The cost of everyday things aren’t always what they seems. While some things start out looking like a good deal, owning them can cost more than we bargained for. Here are some common things from everyday life that cost more than you thought. 1. A smartphone Image by: GONZALO BAEZA What you think you’re getting: […]

Being productive 100% of the workday is nearly impossible. But while distractions are inevitable, sometimes we’re simply faking it. With 70% of the American workforce “not engaged,” it’s not surprising to see workers looking busy when they really aren’t doing any work. With summer vacations coming up, it’s even more likely we’re getting less work done. See if […]

Roadtrips are a fun and inexpensive way to enjoy the summer. These vacations are always memorable, although not always in the ways we’d imagine. If you’ve taken a summer road trip, it might have gone something like this, especially when you’re trying to save a few bucks. Agonize for days over finding the best vacation deals. […]

Hope you’re having a dog-gone good time! Here’s your financial life, explained by our four legged friends… You’re creative about how you stay cool when summers get hot. Image by: TheChanel You always make a second meal out of leftovers. Image by: rmatei You do a little dance on payday… Image by: carterse Then spend it all […]

Kickstarter projects are funded on a simple premise: Create a product idea and reward backers for pledging money. Funding is all or nothing. If you don’t hit your goal, you don’t get any of the money pledged. While many Kickstarters seem destined to succeed, like an Amanda Palmer album or Veronica Mars movie, other wacky ideas have […]

Even if you’re a cheapskate today, it probably doesn’t compare to the crazy ways you used to save money in college. Here’s a reminder of just how far you went back then to save a few bucks. 1. You “cooked” cheap meals you’d never eat today. Image by: inazakira 2. You maximized roommates to bring down rent… […]

Staycation (stay-ca-tion) – A vacation you take at home, or close by. People like going on staycation because it helps them save a little money. People like taking pictures of their feet on staycation. Oddly, people like sharing those pictures of their feet on staycation with the rest of the world via Instagram. And to […]

Sometimes it’s hard to tell who’s struggling with money. Other times, it’s obvious. Whether you know it or not, here are signs you’re broke and may be showing it. 1. You have more things in your home than dollars in your bank account Image by: puuikibeach 2. Your favorite book is actually a catalog Image […]

If you thought being cheap means always leaving a small tip or stealing packets of ketchup, you aren’t familiar with the extremely cheap. Extreme Cheapskates, one of TLC’s questionable “reality” shows, features penny pinchers who will amaze (and even disgust) you with how far they’ll go to save a few bucks. Here are 10 money saving ideas […]

Looking to make a quick buck or earn extra money on the side? Here are 10 Vine* videos (each 6 seconds or less) with ways you can make some extra cash. *Vine is the new wildly popular video app from the folks at Twitter. 1. Clean out the garage and invite the neighborhood to your […]

Think you’re dedicated to earning more, spending less, and getting out of debt? How about getting a money tattoo to prove it? Here are 10 money tattoos from those who are (maybe a too little) passionate about debt, savings, and more. 1. He’s done with credit card debt and a mortgage. Forever. Image by BMEzine.com […]

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